Japanese Square Plate（染付祥瑞梅花鳥） The obi serves both a

The obi serves both a functional and aesthetic purpose

subtle color gradations

while the non-slip backing keeps it securely in place

this pattern is achieved through intricate handwork

one of Japan’s six ancient kiln sites

Japanese Square Plate（染付祥瑞梅花鳥） The obi serves both aArita yaki (Imari ware) plate featuring the motif of plum blossoms and birds, designed in a traditional style with patterns dyed and carved. The design is a orthodox style, and the plate embodies the timeless technique of "sometsuke" (underglaze blue) using white and indigo, a technique that has been practiced since the early days of Arita porcelain in the 1610s. The color indigo, utilized in this "sometsuke" technique, has deeply intertwined with the